8 YV private number plate
Sold-price history for 8 YV, verified auction and sale records collected by Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 25 Sept 2015DVLA Auction£7,600Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £9,850
Plate history
This plate's journey, as recorded by DVLA, DVSA, and the Plate Circle community.
- Likely on retentionto now · no vehicle on the MOT records
Based on daily checks of DVSA MOT records since 12 Jul 2026. "Likely on retention" means no vehicle showed this plate; it could also be on a new, SORN or exempt vehicle. Not an official DVLA record.
About private number plate 8 YV
The registration 8 YV presents a highly desirable three-character, dateless format. Its concise layout, combined with the strong appeal of a low number, positions it as a distinctive private registration. The number 8 is the lowest single digit available for such a format, giving it a strong visual presence and market appeal compared to higher numbers.
As a dateless registration, 8 YV does not show a year identifier, contributing to the clean, timeless look associated with registrations from the earliest eras. The format follows a number followed by two letters (one number followed by two letters), a structure that is generally more sought after than registrations with more characters or those that include age identifiers. This specific style, pairing a single digit with two letters, is recognised for its significant desirable qualities.
The initials YV are considered rare, suggesting a more specialised buyer pool for this particular combination. The registration was first released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2015. It sold for £7,600 (hammer price). With auction fees, the estimated total paid by the buyer was £9,850.
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- Is 8 YV for sale?
- Not currently. 8 YV previously sold for £9,850 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 8 YV?
- 8 YV is a dateless private number plate with a format of one number followed by two letters.
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- Yes. Use Follow This Plate above to be notified when new sightings, listings, sales history or community updates are added.
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